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Before the first ride

Make sure the wheels are securely fastened in the frame and fork. Check that the quick releas- es, quick release axles and all important nuts and bolts are secure. Lift your pedelec up slightly and drop it onto the ground from about 10 cm in the air. If you hear rat- tling or other unusual noises, please contact our service hotline (Germany: +49 72197902560, Austria: +43 1 9073366) before trying to ride it. Check the air pressure in the tyres. You will find information as to the correct tyre pressure on the sides of the tyres. Please adhere to the required minimum and maximum pressure! As a general rule of thumb when you are out on a ride, you can check the tyre pressure by do- ing the following: If you place your thumb on a pumped-up tyre, you should not be able to sig- nificantly change its shape by applying pressure. In addition, check whether there is an indi- cation of maximum tyre pressure stated on the rim. If so, this specified pressure must not be exceeded.

• Familiarising yourself with the assignment of brake handles to the front (left brake handle) and rear wheels (right brake handle). • Fastening the wheels securely onto the frame and the fork • Checking that the tyre pressure is correct It is also necessary for you to check the following components of your pedelec: • The battery is secure • Ensure the battery is sufficiently charged for the planned trip Familiarise yourself with the functions of the op- erating element. Modern braking systems might be more powerful or have a different functionality than those that you are used to. Practice operating the brakes in a safe area without traffic before you start a journey. Also remember that the effective- ness of brakes can be different to what you are used to in wet conditions or on slippery surfaces. Adapt the way you cycle for slip- pery surfaces with possibly longer braking distances. If rubber or plastic pedal covers have been put on your pedelec, fa- miliarise yourself with their grip. When wet, rubber and plastic pedals are very slippery.

Practice operating and riding your pedelec in a quiet and safe place before you take to public roads!

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Always squeeze the brakes of your pedelec before placing a foot on the pedal. The electric engine starts working as soon as you begin to pedal. This boost is surprising to begin with, and can lead to falls or cause dangerous traffic acci- dents and injury to occur. Ensure that the pedelec is ready for use and ad- justed to fit your body. That means: • The seat is comfortably and securely posi- tioned and secured (see page 17 /18) • The handlebars are comfortably and securely positioned and secured (see page 19) • Mounting and adjusting the brakes (see page 21) • Making sure the brake handles are easily ac- cessible (see page 21)

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